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NGICE25 expo to strengthen Nigeria-Germany cultural, economic ties

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1 year ago

March 13, 2025

NGICE25 Expo in Berlin will boost Nigeria-Germany relations, showcasing cultural heritage and promoting foreign investments in Nigeria

The Nigerian German Investment and Cultural Expo (NGICE25) is set to become a key platform for enhancing cultural exchange and economic cooperation between Nigeria and Germany.

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The 2025 edition of the expo will take place in Berlin, Germany, and will focus on promoting Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage while attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) to the country.

Dr. Mike Okiro, the retired Inspector General of Police and Chairman of the NGICE Organising Committee, shared these details during a courtesy visit to Nigeria’s Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, in Abuja.

Okiro briefed the Minister on the committee’s preparations for the expo, emphasising the need for government support to ensure its success.

The NGICE25 Expo is being organised by the Salute Nigeria Initiative in partnership with various government agencies and private organisations.

It aims to showcase Nigeria’s vast cultural diversity through music, art, and other creative expressions, while also highlighting the country’s investment opportunities to German investors. Okiro stated that the event would further strengthen the economic ties between the two nations.

The expo’s focus on attracting FDI aligns with the goal of fostering economic growth and development in Nigeria. It will also offer an opportunity for Nigerian businesses to form partnerships with German and European industry leaders. Okiro expressed optimism that the event would make a significant impact on Nigeria’s cultural and economic landscape.

Responding, Minister Musawa praised the committee’s efforts in promoting Nigerian culture globally, reiterating the federal government’s commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at advancing cultural heritage and tourism development. She assured the committee of the government’s backing in ensuring that NGICE25 is a success.

As Nigeria and Germany continue to strengthen their diplomatic and economic relationship, NGICE25 is poised to play a pivotal role in unlocking new opportunities for collaboration and investment, while also showcasing the country’s rich cultural tapestry to a global audience.

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WAKE UP! Art Exhibition Returns for a Second Act

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2 weeks ago

August 27, 2026

Mariam Balogun

The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.

Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.

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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.

Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.

The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.

It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.

Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.

Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”

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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”